Pine Needle Essential Oil (1 oz) — Pinus sylvestris Pure Essential Oil
For external/topical use only. Do not ingest. This premium, steam-distilled Pinus sylvestris essential oil carries a fresh, balsamic pine scent with powerful purifying, respiratory, and antimicrobial properties that have been used in folk medicine across Northern Europe for centuries.

Key Properties & Uses

Respiratory Support: Diffuse to help open airways, relieve congestion, and support breathing during seasonal challenges or respiratory illness.
Antimicrobial & Purifying: Pine needle oil contains alpha-pinene and beta-pinene — natural compounds with documented antimicrobial activity against common pathogens.
Mental Clarity & Energy: The crisp, invigorating pine aroma is used in aromatherapy to combat mental fatigue, depression, and brain fog.
Natural Deodorizer: Add to homemade cleaning products or diffuse to naturally freshen and purify indoor air.
Muscle & Joint Relief: When diluted in a carrier oil (1–2%), apply topically for warming relief of sore muscles and stiff joints.
Stress Relief: Studies show pine forest aromas reduce cortisol levels — forest bathing in a bottle.


How to Use
Diffusion: Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser with water. Topical application: Always dilute in a carrier oil (jojoba, fractionated coconut, or sweet almond oil) at 1–2% dilution (6–12 drops per ounce of carrier oil). Perform a patch test on inner forearm before widespread use. Steam inhalation: Add 2–3 drops to a bowl of hot water, cover head with towel, and inhale for 5–10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this safe for children?
A: Pine needle oil should be kept away from the faces of children under 10. For older children, use at 0.5% dilution only. Consult a qualified aromatherapist for pediatric use.
Q: Can I use this in a bath?
A: Yes — add 5–10 drops mixed into a tablespoon of full-fat milk or bath salts first (oil and water don't mix), then add to bathwater for a refreshing, respiratory-supportive bath.

Pure, practitioner-quality essential oils selected by Michelle Tonkin ND.